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Yesterday I had an appointment it lasted about an hour the whole time I was there that like my heart was going to beat out of my chest what

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Reno, NV

Causes this. Is this a panic attack or what

September 3
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A MyLupusTeam Member

I get that sometimes too, likely stress and anxiety. However, if it happens again definitely speak with your dr. My rule is when in doubt, check it out!💜

September 3
MyLupusTeam

That racing, pounding heart feeling during a stressful appointment sounds really unsettling — and you're definitely not alone in experiencing it! What you're describing sounds like heart palpitations, which can feel like your heart is pounding, racing, or fluttering irregularly.

There are several things that can trigger Show Full Answer

That racing, pounding heart feeling during a stressful appointment sounds really unsettling — and you're definitely not alone in experiencing it! What you're describing sounds like heart palpitations, which can feel like your heart is pounding, racing, or fluttering irregularly.

There are several things that can trigger this, especially for someone with lupus:

- Anxiety or stress — a long medical appointment can absolutely set this off
- Lupus medications like methotrexate or others that affect heart rhythm or blood pressure
- Dehydration — easy to forget water when you're nervous
- A lupus flare — palpitations can worsen when lupus symptoms are more active
- Caffeine or stimulants consumed beforehand A MyLupusTeam member shared a similar experience, noting palpitations during flares that felt alarming, and found that deep breathing and changing position helped in the moment.

It's worth mentioning this to your doctor or rheumatologist, especially since it lasted a full hour. They can check whether it's stress-related, medication-related, or connected to lupus activity.

Seek immediate care if palpitations come with:
- Chest pain or tightness
- Shortness of breath
- Passing out

September 3
A MyLupusTeam Member

Thank you so much for the prayers I definitely need them. I hope you're having a good day. Bless you big hugs

September 3
A MyLupusTeam Member

it sounds like one hopefully you told the doctor and what was the outcome sending prayers?

September 3
A MyLupusTeam Member

I feel lije that all the time that my hearts going to pop out if my chest the other day when i felt like that i checked my B/P . & it was quite low but my HR was 119, i thought it best if i laid down things returned to normal a short time later
i mentioned to my Dr. when i was there before my surgery she did an EKG right then & there & then reasurred me everything was normal so ya i agree with the others & id have it check out, for some peace of mind . I,”ll keep you in my prayers

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